After an unsuccessful stint in 1936, Jakucki resurfaced during WWII and clinched
the Browns' only pennant with a 5-2 win over the Yankees on the last day of the 1944
season. His heavy drinking resulted in his suspension the following year.
(WAB)
FROM THE BASEBALL CHRONOLOGY
»October 1, 1944:
The Browns have their first sellout in
20 years as 37,815 pack Sportsman's Park. St. Louis
clinches the flag on the final day of the
season by sweeping the Yankees and winning 5-2
on a pair of 2-run HRs by Chet Laabs. Sig Jakucki
is the winning pitcher.